Tillandsia Usneoides "Spanish Moss" Old mans beard

The Tillandsia ‘Houston’ is a striking hybrid air plant, resulting from a cross between Tillandsia stricta and Tillandsia recurvifolia.

This hybrid is celebrated for its soft, silvery-green foliage and its ability to produce large, eye-catching blooms in shades of pink and purple, making it a standout among air plant varieties.

Known for its elegant rosette shape and velvety texture, Tillandsia ‘Houston’ thrives in bright, indirect light and well-ventilated environments. With proper care, it rewards growers with a vibrant bloom cycle, during which its leaves may take on a blush of pink, adding further visual interest.

This versatile and hardy hybrid has become a favourite among air plant enthusiasts for its aesthetic appeal and relatively easy maintenance.

Fun Fact

Spanish moss is neither Spanish nor a true moss. It belongs to the Bromeliad family, making it a close relative of pineapples and other Tillandsia species.